#NewRules: How Social Media and Technology Has Changed Hip-Hop and Other Popular Music

It seems that one of the only constants these days is that technology is going to move forward, regardless of whether its users are ready for it or not. Every day, social media sites roll out new features and the newest gadget is guaranteed to amaze. Of course, technology has had a tremendous impact on music—we went from 8-track tapes to being able to purchase and download a digital album in just a matter of seconds. However, technology’s effect on music has been far greater than just a new method of delivery to your earbuds. The musical revolution is here, and we’re all in it.